Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with an onset in early childhood. Early implementation of naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions (NDBI) and enhanced social stimulation can reshape brain function and behavioral development trajectories, thereby reducing symptom severity. Among them, parent-mediated intervention is the optimal program for children with ASD under 3 years old. Although ASD intervention services in China have developed rapidly, practical shortcomings remain, such as an overreliance on institutional training and an underemphasis on family involvement, as well as a focus on mechanical skills training rather than daily living functions. Most families face parenting challenge, so it is crucial to construct a scientific and standardized nurturing care system. Based on the global Nurturing Care Framework proposed by the WHO and UNICEF, which encompasses good health, adequate nutrition, safety and security, early learning opportunities, and responsive caregiving, this paper explores parenting strategies tailored to the cognitive and behavioral particularities of children with ASD, which are often driven by a lack of social preference and sensory abnormalities. This paper advocates for integrating refined nurturing strategies into daily scenarios and highlights the necessity of establishing a collaborative medical-family-school support system. Improving related policies and service provision will empower family-based care and facilitate the healthy development of children with ASD.
Key words
autism spectrum disorder /
nurturing care framework /
responsive caregiving /
naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions
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